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In-Use Testing and Interpretation of Chemical-Resistant Glove Performance

Mark F. Boeniger National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, Cincinnati, Ohio
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Thomas D. Klingner CLI Inc., Des Plaines, Illinois
Pages 368-378 | Published online: 30 Nov 2010

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